VIP Relationship Manager Emerging Markets
OKX
Remote
South Africa, Switzerland, Pakistan
entry level to mid-level
May 12, 2026
$100k+
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Job Description
Who We Are
OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets.
We are safe and reliable backed by our Proof of Reserves.
These shared values drive our culture shape our processes and foster a friendly rewarding and diverse environment for every OK-er.
About the Opportunity
In this role you will be the primary point of contact for our high-net-worth individual (HNWI) and institutional clients across three key markets: Africa Switzerland and Pakistan.
You will be responsible for onboarding nurturing and retaining VIP clients while driving volume growth and deepening product adoption across our exchange ecosystem.
This role requires a unique ability to navigate diverse regulatory environments and cultural dynamics across Sub-Saharan and North African markets the Swiss financial hub and Pakistan's fast-growing digital asset landscape.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Client Relationship Management
- Serve as the dedicated relationship manager for a portfolio of VIP clients with AUM or trading volume above defined thresholds
- Build and maintain strong trust-based relationships with HNWIs family offices crypto funds and institutional traders
- Conduct regular business reviews and check-ins with top-tier clients to assess satisfaction and identify upsell opportunities
- Act as the internal advocate for VIP clients coordinating with product compliance and operations teams to resolve issues promptly
Business Development & Growth
- Proactively identify and onboard new VIP clients through referrals industry events and regional outreach campaigns
- Drive trading volume growth fee revenue and product cross-sell (spot derivatives earn OTC and Web3 products)
- Develop and execute territory-specific strategies to grow presence across Africa (Sub-Saharan and North Africa) Switzerland and Pakistan
- Represent the exchange at key conferences summits and community events in the assigned region
Market Intelligence & Feedback
- Stay current on competitive landscape regulatory developments and macro trends affecting crypto adoption in Africa Switzerland and Pakistan
- Gather and relay client feedback to internal product and strategy teams to influence roadmap decisions
- Identify emerging trends in trading behavior and asset preferences among VIP client segments
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What We Look For In You
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Experience & Background
- 5+ years of experience in relationship management private banking institutional sales or brokerage — preferably within crypto fintech or financial services
- Proven track record managing high-value client portfolios with demonstrable revenue impact
- Prior exposure to African markets Swiss financial services or Pakistan's fintech/crypto ecosystem is strongly preferred
- Experience working in or with a crypto exchange trading firm or Web3 company is a significant advantage
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport across cultures
- Strong commercial acumen with ability to identify revenue opportunities and close deals
- Deep understanding of crypto products: spot trading perpetual futures options and staking
- Proficiency with CRM tools (Salesforce HubSpot or equivalent) and data-driven reporting
- Self-starter mentality with ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment
Languages
- Fluency in English is required
- Proficiency in one or more regional languages is highly preferred: French Swahili Arabic Hausa Afrikaans (Africa) German or French (Switzerland) Urdu or Punjabi (Pakistan)
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Perks & Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package
- L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
- Various team building programs and company events
- More that we love to tell you along the process!
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